Stove-lifter



G. DEE.

STOVB LIPTER.

(No Model.)

Patented Mar. 1.4, 1882.

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UNrTED STATES PATENT" OFFICE.

GEORGE`DEE, OF DIXON, ILLINOIS.

STOVE-Ll FTER.

SPECIFICATION forming part of Letters Patent No. 254,933, dated March14, 11882.

Application tiled January 16, 1882. (No model.) l

Figure l is a combined sleeve and clutch, A-

being the sleeve and B the clutch. It is constructed of one piece ofmetal, formed as shown in the drawings, and riveted together' at a. Thefree end ot' the clutch is provided with teeth and slightly convexed onits edge, and

inclines slightly inward at its center in order to more securely retainits hold upon the stove. The sleeve A is notched at a to allow curvedbars O to be used when necessary.

Fig. 2 is a view ot the lifter as applied, the stove being shown indotted lines.

In the drawings I have shown the bars curved to conform to the convexityof the stove, but provide that the clutches may be placed upon straightbars, if desired.

What I claim is- 1. A stoveoarrier consisting of the clutchB and sleeveA, the clutch, being provided with teeth on its upper edge,substantially as shown and described.

2. The combination ofthe sleeve-and clutch B with a lifting or carryingbar adapted to be run through the sleeve, substantially as and for thepurposes set forth. l

In testimonyr whereofI at`x my signature in presence of two witnesses.

GEORGE DEE.

Witnesses: Y

S. H. BETHEA, W. W. BETHEA.

